Grandmas Old Fashioned Potato Salad – A Classic Comfort Dish

• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1.5–2 cups Hellman’s mayonnaise
• 1.5–2 tablespoons mustard
• Paprika, for garnish (optional)
• 1 hard-boiled egg, sliced, for garnish (optional)

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Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Cook the Potatoes

1. Peel and cube the Idaho potatoes.
2. Place the potato cubes in a 5-quart pot and cover with water.
3. Bring to a boil over medium heat and cook for 8–10 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender but not mushy.
4. Drain the potatoes and let them cool completely.

2. Prepare the Dressing

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped hard-boiled eggs and finely chopped onion. Mix well.
2. In another bowl, mix the celery (if using), sweet pickles, dill pickles, mustard, mayonnaise, salt, and pepper. Stir until well combined.

3. Assemble the Potato Salad